How to pronounce apathetic
Say it like ap-uh-THET-ik. Apathetic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (THET).
- ap
- uh
- THET
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Apathetic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- apGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- THETSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of apathetic
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: ap-uh-THET-ik.
What does apathetic mean?
- Void of feeling; not susceptible of deep emotion.
- Of, or pertaining to apatheism.
- An apathetic or indifferent person, especially one who shows no interest in a particular issue.
Where does apathetic come from?
From apathy + -etic.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- indifferent
- unconcerned
- adiaphroistic
- apathistical
- blithe
- deaf
Words that rhyme with apathetic
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of apathetic.
Questions about saying apathetic
How do you pronounce apathetic?
Say ap-uh-THET-ik. The American pronunciation is /ˌæpəˈθɛtɪk/. In British English it is /ˌæpəˈθɛtɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in apathetic?
Apathetic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (THET). Broken into parts: ap · uh · THET · ik.
Is apathetic pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˌæpəˈθɛtɪk/ (ap-uh-THET-ik).